Emu
NameEmu
Common NameEmu
Scientific NameDromaius novaehollandiae
FamilyCasuariidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)170
Weight (g)42500
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is typically shaggy and coarse, ranging from brown to grey-brown, providing camouflage. The head and neck are sparsely feathered, revealing bluish-black skin, especially on the face and throat.
Vocalization / CallEmus produce a variety of vocalizations, including deep booming sounds, grunting, and hissing, often used for communication during breeding season or as alarm calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, woodland, savanna, shrubland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across most of mainland Australia, avoiding densely populated areas, rainforests, and extremely arid regions.
Identifying Featureslarge size, flightless, long neck and legs, shaggy brown plumage, blue-black face/throat
Description
The Emu is the second-largest living bird by height, native to Australia. It is a large, flightless bird characterized by its shaggy brown plumage, long neck, and powerful legs, allowing it to run at high speeds.
